Nursery Apprentice THE YELLOW DOOR DAY NURSERY LIMITED

Our favourite type of people are happy, outgoing, friendly, funny and imaginative. We need someone who thinks nothing of collecting milk top lids and lollipop sticks ready for the perfect construction project. Has the best snake voice when reading the Gruffalo to a group of mesmerise children.

The ideal person will also have a secret talent in doing all the actions to 'Grand Old Duke of York' whilst moving the outdoor play equipment. The successful candidate will also know a great play dough recipe to help celebrate each one of the seasons.

In return, we have lots of small people who want to share their magical journeys of discovery with you. You will become someone's new best friend overnight and your life will be filled with sunshine and giggles.

I won't deny it - we are looking for exceptional people.

Main Tasks include:

• Work in partnership with other colleagues, parents and/or carers or other professionals to meet the individual needs of each child in line with company policies and procedures


• Use play to support children to understand and encourage healthy life choices


• Identify issues of safeguarding and child protection, ensuring that the welfare and safety of children are promoted and safeguarded and report any child protection concerns to the person in charge


• Carryout self-reflection and use continuous professional development opportunities to improve practice


• Undertake specific tasks related to the safety and hygiene of the children and the cleanliness of the setting


• Use their knowledge of child development to work with parents and carers to improve children's outcomes and wellbeing, including those with disabilities and additional needs


• Contribute to the planning and organise activities and children's individual experiences which will support and extend the children's learning in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage


• Communicate and engage with children to support their learning and development


• Support the collection of accurate and up-to-date records which identify children's individual needs, abilities and progress and use these as a basis for future planning


• Support the wellbeing of all children including those with additional needs and disabilities
  
  Early Years Practitioner qualification Level 2


• Functional Skills in maths & English (if required)


• Training schedule has yet to be agreed. Details will be made available at a later date., Communication skills, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Creative, Patience, GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 9 - 3 / A - D) Essential

GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 9 - 3 / A
• - D) Essential, You will join a community that cares about each other and our environment. We will look after you and your professional development, bonuses for 100% attendance, discounted Childcare fees, fantastic training opportunities and great career progression (our nursery managers aren't appointed, they are nurtured and grown. Please note Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Standard is also available for any applicants with previous experience and a Level 2 qualification., Early years practitioner


Level 2 (GCSE)

We are inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach to learning, an approach which highlights, respects and nurtures the magic of children - as they truly are - different, perfect and extraordinary.

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

• training


• qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field


• industry or sector experience